Sometimes, I can't help but feel that you are my soul sister...
You are one of my best friends and someone I've always admired.
PAMMIE & SABBIEI reminisce those days in high school when we were both young and naive...
How we fell in love and how those boys broke our hearts and made us cry.Now we have both grown and matured so much since our high school days.You will finally walk down the aisle and marry a man who is truly worthy of you!
CONGRATULATIONS PAM!!! :)Labels: friends
I've always wanted to have a baby boy and so I took the big risk of being pregnant once more. I played with chance in hopes that I will beat the odds. April... I remember struggling to analyze the black & white sonogram that flashed on a screen before me. I was looking right between the baby's legs and I felt frustrated coz I can't seem to understand the hazy image. The moment the doctor revealed that I was having a boy, I was overjoyed. Then I officially started baby-shopping. I shopped for baby blues and navy blues, tiny leather shoes and sneakers, until B raised the red flag. I already had a name for him even before he was conceived. He was to be named Brandon, a name so close to his dad, who I wanna be his inspiration as he grows up. On the last few days of summer when autumn leaves are starting to fall, Brandon was born into our lives. I remember that last push followed by the triumphant moment of release... my newborn baby boy placed in the comfort of my chest and arms. That special moment when I first saw Brandon. His round little face, big eyes, and tiny button nose... One glance and I instantly fell head over heels in love with him. I could go on and on yet no words can ever express how special this baby boy is to me. I may have not beaten the odds but this child is Godsend nevertheless. My wish has been fulfilled... I finally have a boy. He is the only son I will ever have in my life. Mommy loves you so much, Brandon!Labels: Brandon, reflections
Sophie is all dressed up to go to Aunt Alanna's bridal couturier.
She is going to have her measurements taken for her flower girl gown. :)
Sophie is wearing a fitted pink shirt from Snoopy,
checkered schoolgirl skirt with suspenders from Gingersnaps,
and a pair of pink patent ballet flats with eyelets from Joe.
As far as I know, only Sophie can mix CUTENESS with SOPHISTICATION. :)
Labels: fashion, Sophie
Last Monday, I took Daddy and Mommy out for lunch at Serendra.
Daddy was craving for Filipino food so we chose to dine in Sentro 1771.
SENTRO 1771Sentro 1771 boasts to be the first in modern Filipino cuisine.
Serving customary home grown dishes cooked and presented in new appealing ways.
SEAFOOD IN TAMARIND SOUPSour tamarind soup cooked with shrimps, fish, and vegetables
An all-time Filipino favorite during the cold rainy season
BONELESS CHICKEN BARBEQUEThis chicken barbeque has the right sweetness and smokiness!
I'd say it's even better than Aristocrat's or Alex III's!
ADOBONG KANGKONGGreen leafy vegetable for my health-conscious Daddy
Water spinach cooked with garlic, soy sauce, and vinegar
SENTRO GARLIC STEAKTenderloin steak richly marinated with garlic cooked medium-well
Topped with butter and served with crispy spinach on the side
Absolutely delicious... Definitely a must-try!
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SENTRO 1771
SERENDRA
BONIFACIO GLOBAL CITY
Labels: Filipino cuisine, restaurants
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GRANDPA & SOPHIEThis is one of the many faces of Sophie.
A very darling smile that melts Mommy's heart. :)
STARLETSophie is wearing a pleated denim dress from Ralph Lauren,white lace socks, and a pair of blue patent Mary Janes from Joe.* * * * *Little Sophie's closet is overflowing with cute and colorful dresses.I hoarded most when we went shopping in the US and some are gifts from friends. I'm worried that she will outgrow them before she even has a chance to wear them. :(Labels: Daddy, family, fashion, Sophie
Last Friday, I had dinner with Fran and Didi at Arya in Promenade.
I never really liked Persian food but I thought I'd give it another chance. :)
HUMMUSPuree of chick peas with Tahina and olive oil
BEEF KOOBIDEHSkewers of ground beef seasoned with spices and onionsServed with grilled tomatoes and an abundance of basmati riceHow I loved the
beef koobideh complimented by fragrant basmati rice!
Boy! I'm glad I gave Persian another chance coz it didn't fail me this time! :)
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ARYA
GREENHILLS
Labels: Persian cuisine, restaurants
THE WIVES CLUB
Married life isn't some happily-ever-after fairytale at all.
We face a lot of challenges as we struggle to be a desirable wife.
FRAN * SAB * DIDIOver dinner, we would talk about the challenges and dilemmas we face as wives.Didi just got hitched last July while Fran will walk down the aisle next July. And I, the youngest in the club, have been married for 3 years already. :)Labels: friends
PAMMIE & SABBIE
